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Moïse et Salomon parfumeurs
Brothers Moïse and Salomon run a modest bazaar near the Butte Montmartre, under the sign of "everything for nothing". There are office items, perfumes and leather goods. Their niece, the beautiful Lia, twenty years old, a graduate in synthetic chemistry, lives under their roof. She is less close to her pennies than the old grigous, and willingly visits the store "Aux femmes françaises", administered by the very Christian Valois family, where she hopes to place products. of its creation; perfumes, make-up and ointments of all kinds.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the intertwined lives of Moïse and Salomon, two perfumers whose businesses and personal lives are deeply connected. As they navigate the competitive world of perfumery, their ambitions, rivalries, and personal relationships become entangled, leading to dramatic confrontations and resolutions within their community.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Moïse et Salomon parfumeurs' from 1935 is scarce in contemporary records. As a film from a less documented era and potentially a regional production, detailed critical analyses are not widely available. General audience reception is also difficult to ascertain without access to period reviews or box office data.
What Reviewers Say
The film likely focused on dramatic interpersonal conflicts within a specific trade.
Visuals would have aimed to capture the evocative world of perfumery.
Character-driven narratives were common for French cinema of this period.
Google audience: Due to the film's age and limited availability, there are no specific Google user reviews or summaries to report.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by Maurice de Canonge, who was known for his prolific work in French cinema during the early to mid-20th century, often focusing on melodramatic and dramatic themes.
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